James Borland
James has always been an avid outdoorsman. Since a kid, he kept a journal of all the different birds and species he saw. Now he wants to share his passion with other birders with Happy Birding!
Welcome to Happy Birding!
Find Happiness In Birding
No matter if you are just starting out, or have been bird watching for years let’s share the amazing world of birds together!
Inform Yourself on the World of Birding
Birds are the pinnacle of nature, I first started taking bird watching seriously when I saw my first Northern Cardinal! I am remembered of that feeling every time I step outside and see a bird no matter how common or rare!
Happy Birding is here to share my knowledge and love for bird watching and other related activities! Let’s learn and embrace bird watching together!
Meet the Happy Birding team
The birdwatchers and nature writers behind our practical guides.
Kelly Miller
Kelly is an environmental science writer, naturalist, and birdwatcher. Kelly holds a master’s degree in environmental policy and has worked as an environmental analyst, urban planner, and professor of environmental planning.
Sam Boyd
Sam is a nature enthusiast who has been birdwatching in both the old and new world. He even enjoys an annual tradition of watching kittiwakes nesting on the cliffs of Southern England.
Featured Articles
Read up on some of our most in-depth and informational articles. Anything from detailed guides to where to find your dream bird!
Are there really Blue Cardinal Birds? (Everything about them!)
Cardinals are amazing birds that are renowned to be bright striking red! But, are there blue cardinals? There, unfortunately, are…
Do Birds Fly at Night (Expert Answer!)
Birds can be seen flying all over the place during the day, but do birds fly at night? What are…
The 5 Best Video Bird Feeders (Never Miss a Bird Again!)
Setting up a backyard bird feeder is a wonderful way to both support and observe wildlife from the comfort of…
Latest Articles
Are Sparrows a Good Bird to Have in Your Yard?
Sparrows can be a welcome addition to a backyard, but not all species are equal. Native sparrows such as the Song Sparrow eat insects and add lively activity, while House Sparrows are invasive in North America and can push out Bluebirds and Wrens. This guide covers which species to expect, what the…
Bird Identification — , 8 min read
The Formula for Hummingbird Food: Sugar and Water
The hummingbird food formula is simple: one part white granulated sugar to four parts water. No dye, no honey, no brown sugar. This guide covers the exact ratio, how to mix and store it, how often to change the nectar in warm and cool weather, and what hummingbirds actually do with all that sugar —…
Feeding & Diet — , 7 min read
Best Cardinal Feeder: Top Picks & Setup Guide
Northern Cardinals need a feeder with an open perch, a wide port, and food they can crack easily. A platform or hopper filled with Black Oil Sunflower Seeds, placed 5 to 10 feet off the ground near dense cover, gives them the access and security they look for. Add a Squirrel Baffle, clean weekly, a…
Feeding & Diet — , 8 min read
Blue Jays Birds: ID, Diet and Backyard Tips
Blue jays are among the most recognizable and most misunderstood backyard birds in North America. This guide covers how to identify them by their crest and black necklace, where they live from Canada to the southern United States, what they eat at feeders and in the wild, and how to attract them wi…
Bird Identification — , 8 min read
Bird Names That Start With Q: A Backyard Guide
Wondering about bird names that start with q? This guide covers the most common North American quail, how to identify them by sight and sound, and practical steps to attract them to your backyard this week.
Bird Identification — , 5 min read
Are Birds Mammals?
Embark on an enlightening exploration with Happy Birding, where we delve into a captivating question of the natural world: Are…
Bird Behaviour — , 4 min read